Description
This Strawberry Poke Cake is a delightful and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. A moist vanilla cake is infused with sweet strawberry gelatin, topped with a creamy whipped topping and fresh strawberries. Itβs an easy, crowd-pleasing treat thatβs both delicious and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients needed for mix)
- 1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Bake the Cake: Prepare and bake the vanilla cake according to the package instructions in a 9Γ13-inch baking dish. Allow the cake to cool completely.
- Poke the Cake: Once the cake is cool, use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake, about 1 inch apart.
- Prepare Gelatin: In a medium bowl, dissolve the strawberry gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup of cold water.
- Pour Gelatin: Carefully pour the gelatin mixture over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours.
- Add Topping: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the chilled cake.
- Garnish: Arrange sliced fresh strawberries on top of the whipped topping.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, use strawberry cake mix instead of vanilla.
- You can substitute homemade whipped cream for the whipped topping if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Strawberry Poke Cake, Strawberry Dessert, Easy Cake Recipe, Summer Dessert, Party Dessert, Refreshing Cake, Gelatin Cake